Compass Group will deliver essential support services at the new Footscray Hospital, one of Victoria’s largest health infrastructure projects. We will provide vital services, including patient services, environmental services, food, security, help desk and more. As a public hospital with clinical services provided by Western Health, this state-of-the-art facility will play a key role in supporting the community-be part of something bigger and help shape the future of healthcare in Victoria.

THE POSITION

• Partnering with managers to execute People strategies and operational objectives.
• Leading workforce transition, onboarding, and ongoing training coordination.
• Supporting recruitment efforts and maintaining a pool of skilled casual staff.
• Providing guidance on employee relations, performance management and HR policy compliance.
• Managing investigations, complaints and union-related matters in line with Compass procedures.
• Coordinating performance review processes, training audits and reporting.
• Supporting key HR systems such as PageUp, Deputy, and CHESS, while coaching leaders in their use.

THE PERSON

• Experienced HR generalist with a strong background in healthcare environments.
• Proven ability to coach and mentor managers, providing confident, solutions-focused HR support.
• Skilled in managing recruitment, onboarding, performance and employee engagement processes.
• Demonstrated experience handling complex employee relations and industrial matters.
• Strong administrative, reporting and systems capability (PageUp, Deputy, CHESS).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Committed to safety, compliance and promoting a positive workplace culture.
• Must hold or be able to obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.

THE BENEFITS

• Competitive salary and career growth opportunities.
• Supportive work environment with flexible arrangements.
• Be part of an impactful team in a significant project and operation!
• Multitude of salary packaging options available.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers.